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Compulsive Gambling
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This section details the various booklets available.
If interested in any of this literature please send an A4 stamped addressed envelope to Gamblers Anonymous, Central Halls, 304 Maryhill Road, Glasgow, G20 7YE. Alternatively these items may be picked
up from your local group.
Gambler Anonymous - A Newcomer Asks
Contains answers to the most frequently asked questions about compulsive gambling and the fellowship.
Questions and Answers
about the problem of Compulsive Gambling and the GA Recovery Programme.
Affectionately known as the GA "bible". Contains the Recovery Programme, Steps of Unity, Just for Today, 20 Questions for the
new member, and answers to many of the questions that puzzle or worry new members. No GA members should be without a copy.
Cost:- 25p, but given free to new members at their first meeting.
Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon
Explains about the fellowship, and gives details of some of the symptoms to assist in the diagnosis of compulsive gambling, 20 questions for gamblers (and young gamblers). NOT
of much benefit to the gambler who is still suffering.
Young Gamblers in Recovery
What's the problem? Plus 10 questions to ask yourself.
Towards Recovery in Prison
For the man or
woman in prison who wants to stop gambling - and get help from GA
The Twelve Steps of Recovery
Reprinted from the original "Blue Book - 3rd Edition" originally from the USA. Each of the
steps discussed in full.
Cost:- 50p
Climbing the Steps
A personal journey through the steps by a grateful member of GA
Cost:- 25p
The Twelve Steps of Unity
Reprinted from the
original "Blue Book - 3rd Edition" originally from USA. Each of the steps discussed in full.
Cost:- 50p
Deviations along the Road to Recovery
From the original transcript of a workshop
given at the first International Convention of GA in 1985 by Iain Brown (Hon Psychologist to GA) and Tommy H. A wealth of thoughtful advice for the gambler and the gambler's spouse to understand what is happening
inside ourselves while on the road to recovery. A6 booklet, 48 pages
Cost:- 50p
Towards the first 90 days
Some words of wisdom for the recovering compulsive gambler to help with problems of the
first 3 months in the fellowship. Not recommended for the new member on their first visit to GA.
Cost:- 25p
Who Am I?
A look at myself and my Character; Priorities and Responsibilities; Feelings.
A guide to the "Moral" part of Step 4, the "Inventory" step.
Cost:- 25p
Be a Sponsor
Your questions answered. The focus of a member, or members or the group as whole on the
recovery of an individual member.
Cost:- 25p
Phone Card
The Serenity Prayer and Just for Today with space for phone numbers.
Credit Card size - Cost:- 5p each or 50 for £1.
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Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon are both voluntary organisations.
Voluntary self financing is part of
the recovery programme to cover the cost of group meetings, fellowship literature and the help lines.
GA and Gam-Anon refuse outside contributions.
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